The photovoltaic solar cells in the optional roof run ventilation fans that pull hot air out of the car s interior while it s parked reducing the load on the air conditioning when the driver returns.
Prius solar roof fan.
2010 prius incorporates a unique solar roof learn more about it here eric loveday june 7 2009 comment now.
So while your prius is parked in the sun it is actually storing energy and powering the ventilation system and fan maintaining a cooler temperature on the interior of your vehicle.
The question of hot days.
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Parked in the sun the solar roof feature powers a solar powered ventilation system that will keep the interior of your vehicle cool.
Prius gen 3 prius accessories and modifications solar roof kit fan discussion in gen 3 prius accessories and modifications started by gg707 may 22 2020.
Solar panels located on the roof of your new toyota prius absorb the sun s rays and use that absorbed solar energy to power the vehicle s ventilation system.
The new prius has many things that the old prius lacked for instance a solar moonroof.
When equipped with the available solar powered ventilation system parking in the sun will actually help keep the interior of your 2010 toyota prius cooler.
Not all features available on all vehicles and model grades.